Facts and Figures

From its beginnings in Oxford, Georgia, in 1836 to its present status as an academic and research powerhouse, Emory University shapes the critical thinkers and compassionate leaders who shape the world.

Academics
140+

undergraduate majors and minors

3

undergraduate programs: liberal arts, business, nursing

350+

graduate and professional school programs in theology, law, medicine, nursing, business, public health

Colleges and Schools

People
8,341

undergraduate students

8,170

graduate and professional school students

3.8k+

regular full-time faculty

14.5k+

full- and part-time staff members

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Community
35+

recognized faith organizations represented on campus

50

states represented in the student body + Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico

100+

countries represented in the student body

80%

of students volunteer

Undergraduate Financial Aid
100%

of first-degree domestic students with demonstrated financial need have no loans in their financial aid package starting fall 2026

52%

of undergraduates receive grants and scholarships

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Research
$1B+

research funding awarded annually

#3

worldwide ranking for discovery of FDA-approved therapeutics over four decades

1,800+

active tech innovations

50+

major research/education centers and partnerships

Libraries
14

distinct libraries and locations

6.38

million volumes

2.7M+

electronic journals and books

2

special collection locations: Pitts Theology Library and the Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library

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Campuses

  • aerial view of the Atlanta campus

    Atlanta Campus

    Located in Atlanta, Georgia, this campus is home to Emory College, undergraduate business and nursing, and our seven graduate and professional schools.

  • exterior view of Seney Hall on the Oxford College Quad in sunshine

    Oxford Campus

    Home to Oxford College, this is Emory’s original campus, located 38 miles east of Atlanta in Oxford, Georgia.

  • an exterior view of the Clairmont Campus tower with people walking in front

    Clairmont Campus

    Adjacent to the Atlanta campus, Clairmont is residential only, home to apartment-style housing for undergraduate juniors and seniors.
     

Alumni near and far create a global network for connection and opportunity.
51.8k+

alumni in Atlanta 

180k+

alumni worldwide 

Emory Healthcare
625+

locations

70+

subspecialties advancing innovation

850k+

patients served annually

the bridge over Clifton Road leading the Emory University Hospital at night
Emory consistently ranks among the top national universities in the US, recognized for its academics.
#24

National Universities 
(US News & World Report, 2026)

#21

Best Value School
(US News & World Report, 2026)

Program and Health Care Rankings

US News & World Report, 2026

  • #1

    Top Undergraduate Biomedical Engineering
    (joint program with Georgia Tech)

  • #1

    Best Nursing Schools: Master’s

  • #2

    Best Nursing Schools: BSN 

  • #2

    Best Nursing Schools: Doctor of Nursing 

  • #2

    Best Public Health Schools and Programs

  • Tier 1 Institution

    Best Medical Schools (Research)

  • #12

    Best Business Schools: Undergraduate Program

  • #1

    Best Hospital in Georgia and Atlanta: Emory University Hospital  

  • #2

    Best Hospital in Georgia and Atlanta: Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital 

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